BY GRAY BRECHIN San Francisco waterfront. Photo: Jeffrey St. Clair. The news that Silicon Valley titans have quietly purchased over 50,000 rural acres in Solano County to build a new city called California Forever has gripped public attention since it appears to offer a way to escape the myriad crises now besetting nearby San Francisco. A…

Thomas Fazi Feb 23 ∙ Preview   READ IN APP   The last two-day extradition hearing for Assange just took place in London’s High Court. Contrary to many people’s expectations, the two judges, Victoria Sharp and Jeremy Johnson, opted against an immediate ruling. They could take weeks to finally reach a decision. Julian’s fate thus…

ARUN KUMAR·FEBRUARY 22, 2024 India’s democratic model needs an overhaul so that elections are not an expensive affair. Only that can create a more just, transparent and efficient system, argues Prof. Arun Kumar. — THE electoral bonds scheme has been declared unconstitutional. Various legislative and administrative amendments, implemented to facilitate the scheme, have also been declared unconstitutional.…

BYBETTE ADRIAANSE The ongoing legal battle between the Internet Archive, an online library, and the Big Four publishers over licensing and copyright should concern everyone. At stake in the dispute is the possibility of free access to knowledge for all. Our new issue, on AI, is out now. Subscribe to our print edition today. Can…

From defending business giants to championing human rights, Nariman shaped India’s legal landscape, inspiring generations to fight for a just society. Published : Feb 22, 2024 17:20 IST – 9 MINS READ INDIRA JAISING Fali S Nariman was instrumental in shaping legal landscape post Independence and was a part of landmark cases. | Photo Credit:…